Data Governance Systems Administrator

Role : Senior Data Governance Systems Administrator
Clarance : Clearance Secret (or) Higher
Location : Hanscom AFB MA 017315 days onsite
Type : 6month contract to Hire.

Only US Citizens

Data Governance (Database Systems Admin)

Client is actively seeking a Senior Data Governance Systems Administrator who can design and implement data administration policies models and standards. This also includes the implementation of the entire data governance program and serve as the escalation points for resolving all data related conflicts. Functionally a data admin is responsible for processing and transforming data into the best data models. Data governance responsibilities include establishing the infrastructure and technology setting up and maintaining the processes and policies and identifying the individuals (or positions) within an organization that have both the authority and responsibility for handling and safeguarding specific types of data.

Responsibilities:

• Implementing changes in database operations and ensuring data is readily available to endusers
• Minimizing downtime of databases and ensuring data provided is accurate
• Managing database access and keeping stored data uptodate
• Providing training feedback and support to users on the usage of data provided
• Ensuring that the database is adequately backed up so that vital information can be retrieved in case of accidental loss or security breach
• Monitoring performance and providing information on ways to improve the authenticity and security of data
• Maintaining the efficiency of the database by providing regular checks and data updates

Desired Skills:

• Proficiency in database management systems (DBMS) including tasks such as installation configuration backup and recovery performance tuning and security management. This includes both relational (e.g. SQL Server Oracle MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB Cassandra).
• Expertise in data governance software or platforms like Collibra Alation or Informatica.
• Ability to manage metadata repositories ensuring metadata is accurately captured cataloged and linked to data assets within the organization.
• Proficient in implementing and managing access controls data security measures and rolebased permissions within data governance systems to protect sensitive data.
• Knowledge of integration techniques ETL (Extract Transform Load) processes and data connectors to integrate the data governance system with various data sources and other IT systems.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Python PowerShell) to automate routine tasks such as data imports system monitoring and reporting.
• Skills in monitoring the performance and health of data governance systems diagnosing and resolving technical issues and implementing proactive measures to prevent downtime.
• Establishing and maintaining backup and recovery strategies for data governance systems to ensure data availability and business continuity.
• Experience in data migration projects including data mapping transformation and ensuring data integrity during migration processes.
• Using version control systems (e.g. Git) to manage configuration changes code customizations and configurations for data governance software.
• Understanding of cloudbased infrastructure (e.g. AWS Azure Google Cloud) and the ability to deploy and manage data governance systems in cloud environments.
• Knowledge of server operating systems (e.g. Linux Windows) and server administration tasks including patch management and system monitoring.
• Proficiency in collaboration tools (e.g. Microsoft Teams Slack) to facilitate communication and collaboration among data governance stakeholders.
• Understanding of network configurations and security protocols to ensure data governance systems are securely accessible within the organization.
• Continuously optimizing data governance systems for performance scalability and resource utilization.
• Awareness of data governance regulations (e.g. GDPR CCPA) and the ability to configure systems to support compliance efforts.
• Providing training and technical support to data governance users ensuring they can effectively use the system.
• Maintaining comprehensive documentation of system configurations procedures and best practices.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.

Qualifications:

• Must have an Active Secret Clearance
• Must have a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Engineering or other Technical discipline required (Must have Degree)
• A minimum of 8 years equivalent work experience is required.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are a plus.